Taste of the Arctic Summer

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Discover the colour, vibrancy, Tranquility and midnight sun of an arctic summer. As the Arctic awakens from its winter slumber, its raw and pristine beauty shines in the summer months. Admire the exotic tundra blooming with brilliant wildflowers under almost 24-hour sunshine. Venture above the tree line to experience the best of the season and some of the...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Discover Nunavut’s capital city, Iqaluit
    • Enjoy the cultural and historical attractions
    • Explore the Sylvia Grinnell River by hiking
    • Kayak in Frobisher Bay

What's this trip about?

    Discover the colour, vibrancy, Tranquility and midnight sun of an arctic summer. As the Arctic awakens from its winter slumber, its raw and pristine beauty shines in the summer months. Admire the exotic tundra blooming with brilliant wildflowers under almost 24-hour sunshine. Venture above the tree line to experience the best of the season and some of the top highlights of Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut and largest city on Baffin Island. Enjoy activities including a town tour, hiking the tundra, or fishing for Arctic char in Sylvia Grinnell Park. Delve into Inuit history and culture at Iqaluit’s museums and art galleries.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityIqaluit
End CityIqaluit

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • 18 - 30's
  • National Parks

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Round-trip flights from Ottawa, ON to Iqaluit, NU
    • Services of Arctic Kingdom expedition staff
    • 3 Nights’ accommodation at the Frobisher Inn (or equivalent hotel)
    • Town tour
    • Fully guided program
    • Packed lunch on Day 2 and Day 3
    • All transfers in Iqaluit

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Itinerary

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Day 1:

Upon arrival in Iqaluit, you will be met by your Arctic Kingdom guide and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy an in-depth guided tour of Iqaluit and the nearby community of Apex and visit a variety of Iqaluit’s attractions and highlights. This may include the Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum, Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre, the original Hudson's Bay Company Trading Post and more.

Day 2:

Your Arctic Kingdom guide will meet you at the hotel and drive you to Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park for a hike along the Sylvia Grinnell River.  Don’t forget your camera and keep your eyes open for wildlife. A packed lunch will be provided. The park is an excellent...

Day 3:

Your Arctic Kingdom guide will meet you at your hotel at a prearranged time. Enjoy kayaking in Frobisher Bay in the morning and a packed lunch served on the tundra. Explore this amazing area in Frobisher Bay on a guided hike. If conditions allow we will aim to explore...

Day 4:

Enjoy a free morning to explore Iqaluit at your leisure, and shop for unique gifts and souvenirs such as Inuit art, textiles, and carvings. Arctic Kingdom will transfer you to the airport for your early afternoon flight back to Ottawa.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,154
Price per day$539
Last Updated: 5/24/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

Arctic Kingdom Reviews & Ratings

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Gabriela

Nov 2014

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What an amazing experience!!

What an amazing experience!! It was truly the trip of a life time! We were able to photograph a momma bear and her cubs chasing males and many more polar bears! From...

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Not a responsible company

Jan 2020

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Guilty of failing to get a license

This company knowingly failed to obtain a permit to view wildlife. They are not acting with respect towards local communities or the wildlife. Locals say they inte...

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Cristiana

May 2019

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Made my stay exceptional

I am just back from a great trip at the Flow Edge camp near Bylot Island with Arctic Kingdom. I would like to immensely thank all the Arctic Kingdom team who made my...

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Linda

Apr 2017

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customer care is wonderful

I have gone on several trips with Arctic Kingdom, both 1/2 day and weekend trips. I find that the customer care is wonderful, the attention to detail just great and...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Accommodation in Ottawa
    • Breakfasts and dinners
    • Tips, gratuities, personal expenses
    • Travel, medical and evacuation insurance
    • Additional costs associated with weather and/or layovers in Iqaluit or Ottawa

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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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